For patients seeking volume restoration without synthetic fillers, facial fat transfer offers the most natural, longest-lasting solution available. Using your own tissue means zero risk of rejection, and the results look and feel entirely like you: soft, youthful contours that can last five years or more.
What Is Fat Transfer to Face?
Autologous facial lipofilling uses your own fat cells to restore volume, smooth wrinkles, and enhance facial contours. Fat is harvested from areas like the abdomen or thighs, purified, and carefully injected into the face.
Because the procedure uses your body's own tissue, there's no risk of allergic reaction or rejection. The results are soft, natural-looking, and can last for years, making it a popular alternative to synthetic fillers.
Common Concerns Fat Transfer to Face Can Address
- Loss of facial volume or hollow cheeks
- Deep lines or folds around the mouth
- Under-eye hollows or tired appearance
- Desire for natural, long-lasting enhancement
Are You a Good Candidate?
- In good overall health with sufficient donor fat
- Non-smoker (or willing to stop before surgery)
- Realistic expectations about gradual, natural results
Techniques & Options
Every face loses volume in its own pattern, with some patients hollowing beneath the eyes first while others lose definition in the cheeks or temples. Your surgeon will map your areas of volume loss, assess your donor fat availability, and evaluate your skin quality during consultation to recommend the best approach. The procedure can restore fullness to sunken cheeks, smooth deep nasolabial folds, fill hollow under-eyes, and improve overall skin texture.
There are three main approaches:
Micro-Fat Grafting
Small volumes of fat are injected using fine cannulas to restore subtle volume and smooth fine lines. Ideal for delicate areas like under-eyes, tear troughs, and lip borders.
- Best for fine lines, tear troughs, and delicate facial areas
- Minimal trauma to surrounding tissue
- High graft survival rate due to precise placement
Macro-Fat Grafting
Larger volumes restore significant volume loss in areas like the cheeks, temples, or jawline. Best for more dramatic facial rejuvenation or structural enhancement.
- Ideal for cheek augmentation, temple filling, and mid-face volume restoration
- Can replace multiple syringes of dermal filler
- Long-lasting results once fat establishes blood supply
Nano-Fat Grafting
Fat is emulsified into a liquid rich in stem cells and growth factors, then injected superficially to improve skin quality and texture. Often combined with other grafting techniques.
- Improves skin texture, elasticity, and overall complexion
- Reduces fine lines and enhances skin glow
- Regenerative benefits from stem cells
Recovery Timeline
Days 1–3
Swelling and bruising at harvest and injection sites are normal. Your face may appear over-filled initially, which is intentional as some fat will be reabsorbed. You'll rest comfortably with daily check-ins from your care coordinator.
Week 1
Swelling begins to subside, though your face may still look fuller than the final result. Most bruising fades during this period. You'll attend a follow-up to check healing progress and the donor site is healing well by now.
Weeks 2–4
Swelling continues to reduce and your new facial contours become more apparent. Some fat reabsorption is normal during this phase and your surgeon will have accounted for it. Most patients feel comfortable resuming social activities and light exercise.
Months 3–6
Final results emerge as transferred fat establishes a permanent blood supply. The remaining fat cells behave like normal tissue and can last for years, with subtle skin quality improvements continuing to develop.
What to Expect
Safety & Risks
Fat transfer is one of the safest cosmetic procedures as it uses your own tissue, but like all surgeries, it carries some risks.
- Temporary swelling and bruising
- Asymmetry or uneven fat survival
- Over- or under-correction
- Small lumps (usually temporary)
- Infection (rare)
- Fat embolism (extremely rare)
Because lipofilling involves both a harvest site and multiple facial injection zones, your surgeon will evaluate your donor-fat availability, facial volume loss pattern, and overall health to ensure you understand each risk before scheduling your procedure.
How Much Does Fat Transfer to Face Cost in Thailand?
Our pricing is transparent and all-inclusive — your quote covers everything from surgeon fees to hospital stay.
Fat Transfer to Face
All-inclusive surgical package- Board-certified surgeon fee
- Anaesthesia & operating theatre
- Hospital stay & nursing care
- Post-operative medications
- Follow-up appointments
- Dedicated care coordinator
Common Questions About Fat Transfer to Face
Everything you need to know before your procedure
Dr. Pichaya Suwanprasert
MEDICALLY REVIEWEDDr. Pichaya Suwanprasert
MEDICALLY REVIEWEDPlastic Surgeon · Bangkok
Last reviewed: February 18, 2026
Medical References
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons — Fat Transfer / Fat Grafting
- Coleman SR. Structural Fat Grafting — Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2006)
- ISAPS International Survey on Aesthetic/Cosmetic Procedures (2022)
- Rohrich RJ et al. Current Concepts in Facial Fat Grafting — Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2014)
- NHS — Dermal Fillers and Fat Transfer
Medical disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Individual results, recovery times, and suitability vary. Always consult a qualified surgeon before making decisions about treatment.
What's Included
- Board-certified surgeon fee
- Anaesthesia & operating theatre
- Hospital stay & nursing care
- Post-operative medications
- Follow-up appointments
- Dedicated care coordinator
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